In pictures: LEGO versions of iconic structures

The Atomium in Brussels was originally constructed for Expo '58, the 1958 Brussels World's Fair. Designed by the engineer Andre Waterkeyn with interiors by architects Andr? and Jean Polak, this version was created by the user 'Polegon' on Brickshelf.

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Big Ben is the nickname for the bell of the clock at the north end of the Palace of Westminster in London. The tower is now officially called the Elizabeth Tower, after being renamed in 2012 (from

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Burj Khalifa is currently the tallest man-made building at 829.8 m, located in Dubai, UAE. Construction began on 21 September 2004 led by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill architects, with building officially opening on 4 January 2010.

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Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, the Guggenheim museum opened just six months after he passed away. The official LEGO version was co-developed and designed by architect Adam Reed Tucker.

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The Imperial Hotel, Tokyo, Japan, was created in the late 1880s at the request of the Japanese aristocracy to cater to the increasing number of western visitors to Japan. To replace the original wooden structure, the owners commissioned a design by Frank Lloyd Wright. The second Imperial Hotel was built from 1915-1923.

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The Leaning Tower of Pisa or simply the Tower of Pisa is the freestanding bell tower of the cathedral of Pisa. Prior to restoration work performed between 1990 and 2001, the tower leaned at an angle of 5.5 degrees, but the tower now leans at about 3.99 degrees. The official LEGO model was designed by Adam Reed Tucker.

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South Korea's Sungnyemun is also known as the Great Southern Gate. In Seoul, this is the last remaining of four gateways constructed in the late 14th century to protect the country's capital. LEGO version designed by US architect Adam Reed Tucker in collaboration with the LEGO design team.

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The Sydney Opera House is a multi-venue performing arts centre in New South Wales, Australia. It was conceived and largely built by Danish architect Jorn Utzon, opening in 1973. LEGO version designed by US architect Adam Reed Tucker in collaboration with the LEGO design team.

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Currently a 'retired' product in the LEGO series, the Taj Mahal is a white marble mausoleum located in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India. It was built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It was completed in 1653.